Gold in dentistry
Gold has long been used as a highly reliable material in dental restorations. It has been used in the construction of high quality dental crowns, custom made cast fillings and dental bridges. In some cultures it is even considered to be a symbol of wealth to have gold in the mouth considering the high cost associated with it.
The most recent example of this happened in 2005 within the hip hop culture of North America where Nelly and a few other rappers came out with the hit single “Grillz”, which is a song about a type of jewelry that covers the teeth. Most often, the main material in a “Grill” is gold due to its biocompatibility and of course its luxe.
Gold use in dentistry has a long and interesting history dating back thousands of years. It has always been considered both a status symbol and a great material to use in the mouth for several reasons. Explore this site to learn about the history of gold use in dentistry and the current use of gold in dental restorations.